This form for use in litigation against an insurance company for bad faith breach of contract. Adapt this model form to fit your needs and specific law. Not recommended for use by non-attorney.
This form for use in litigation against an insurance company for bad faith breach of contract. Adapt this model form to fit your needs and specific law. Not recommended for use by non-attorney.
Service of a Summons and Complaint is a process to compel someone to appear in court to defend him/her/itself against a lawsuit.
If we are unable to serve your documents, we can provide you with an affidavit of non-service. This affidavit will show the server's attempt times and details of each attempt. Depending on the type of documents you have, you can use this affidavit to petition the court for alternative methods of service.
How long do I have to serve the Defendant? Generally, your Summons and Complaint must be served within 90 days after you file the Complaint. (ARCP 4(i)) If you fail to serve the Defendants within 90 days, your Complaint will be dismissed.
The plaintiff files a document (complaint) with the clerk of the court stating the reasons why the plaintiff is suing the defendant, and what action the plaintiff wants the court to take. A copy of the complaint and a summons are delivered to (served on) the defendant.
An answer must be filed within TWENTY (20) calendar days from the date you were served with the civil summons and complaint. If the complaint was served outside of Arizona, the time to answer time is THIRTY (30) calendar days. In computing the time in which to file an answer, the date of service is not included.
Fill out Answer form to respond. Once you decide to respond to a Complaint, your first step is to decide what type of response. This page will focus on the Answer form. Filing an Answer to the Complaint forces the other side to prove their case with evidence.
Generally, your Summons and Complaint must be served within 90 days after you file the Complaint. (ARCP 4(i)) If you fail to serve the Defendants within 90 days, your Complaint will be dismissed.
A caption identifying the plaintiff and defendant, and the court in which the complaint is being filed. A brief description of the parties (e.g., their name and address). Allegations demonstrating that the court has subject matter jurisdiction, personal jurisdiction, and venue to adjudicate the claims in the complaint.